Household Income and Linda Mama Maternal Healthcare Cover Uptake in Mukuru Slums in Nairobi City County – Kenya
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2023-10
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INTERNATIONAL JOURNALS OF ACADEMICS & RESEARCH
Abstract
The low utilization of maternal health care coverage in sub-Saharan Africa is a pressing concern, as it impacts the well-being
of mothers and children and the reduction of maternal morbidity and mortality. Despite recognizing the critical role of
insurance in risk management, there is limited uptake, necessitating swift policy interventions. This study investigates the
influence of household income on the adoption of Linda Mama maternal healthcare coverage in Nairobi's Mukuru slums,
guided by the Cumulative Prospect Theory. Using a descriptive research design and stratified random sampling, data were
collected from 230 individuals, including county health executives, health directors, community health workers, and expectant
women aged 18-49 living in Mukuru Slums, out of a possible target population of 524. Both descriptive and inferential
statistics were employed for data analysis. The study found a significant positive correlation between household income and
the uptake of Linda Mama maternal healthcare coverage in Mukuru slums. Consequently, the study recommends that
policymakers take action to alleviate financial constraints for low-income households, with the aim of increasing the utilization
of the Linda Mama program among vulnerable populations in Mukuru slums. This intervention would contribute to improving
maternal and child health outcomes in the region, addressing the perplexing issue of low maternal healthcare coverage in sub Saharan Africa.
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